APSC CCE · History of India and Assam

Lachit Borphukan and Battle of Saraighat (1671)

Naval battle on Brahmaputra defeated Mughal Ramsingh I; preserved Ahom independence.

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  • Q1 · Lachit Borphukan and Battle of Saraighat (1671) · MEDIUM

    Lachit Borphukan is celebrated for his exemplary devotion to duty over personal relations. Which of the following statements correctly describes the famous anecdote associated with his patriotism?

  • Q2 · Lachit Borphukan and Battle of Saraighat (1671) · MEDIUM

    In the Battle of Saraighat (1671), which Mughal commander led the forces against the Ahom army under Lachit Borphukan?

  • Q3 · Lachit Borphukan and Battle of Saraighat (1671) · EASY

    The Battle of Saraighat was fought in which year and on which river?

  • Q4 · Lachit Borphukan and Battle of Saraighat (1671) · MEDIUM

    The Battle of Saraighat (1671) is regarded as a watershed moment in the history of Assam. Consider the following statements about this battle: 1. It was a decisive naval battle fought on the Brahmaputra River. 2. The Ahom forces were led by Lachit Borphukan against Mughal General Ram Singh. 3. The battle established permanent Mughal control over the Brahmaputra valley. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

  • Q5 · Lachit Borphukan and Battle of Saraighat (1671) · MEDIUM

    The naval engagement between the Ahom forces and the Mughal army in 1671, which resulted in a decisive Ahom victory on the Brahmaputra, is known as:

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